Marni Spring 2015: Flower World

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Marni Spring 2015–Celebrating 20 years, Marni designer Consuelo Castiglioni presented a spring-summer 2015 collection which seemed to evolve as each look hit the catwalk. Looking at the house’s DNA, Marni’s shapes are at once complex and simple; organic and crafted The same can be said for this latest outing. The first looks began as a raw “canvas” as the show notes describe—muted tones form sculptural shapes and elegant curves that move away from the body.

But as the looks carried on, the colors became more complex as do the silhouettes and textures. Bold color-blocking paired with geometric shapes and floral prints bring a worldly influence to the Marni woman’s wardrobe. As do the kimono-inspired quotes and African-influenced jewelry. For the finale look worn by Julie Nobis, lacquered flowers bloom over strips of fabric for a hand-crafted effect.

Salvatore Ferragamo Spring 2015: Back to Form

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Salvatore Ferragamo Spring 2015–Massimiliano Giornetti continued where fall left off for Salvatore Ferragamo’s spring-summer 2015 collection presented during the final day of Milan Fashion Week. The silhouette of the season was all about structure while still maintaining an elegant femininity. Exploring the codes of the Ferragamo name, Giornetti told a story through textures ranging from frayed edges to tailored jackets and snakeskin bodices. The color palette transforms from natural, almost sandy beige to more bold spring brights such as yellow, blue and green hues. Finishing the look, the Ferragamo woman wears wedge heels, referencing a rainbow sandal from the house’s founder in the 1940s as well as doctor bags in exotics skins, and totes adorned with polychrome glass handles.